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4380

Pure Kraft Donkey Calf

PURE KRAFT DONKEY CALF

This machine loads the calves through a calf-raise motion. Keep the feet stable, use a controlled full range, and avoid bouncing at the bottom.

Main targetCalves
LevelBeginner - advanced
Best tempoSmooth, no jerking

What matters on this model

  • gym80 source: uses a back pad for torso support.
  • gym80 source: uses a foot support or platform to fix the position.
  • gym80 source: uses adjustable pads for body positioning.
  • gym80 source: has a source-listed construction detail.
  • gym80 source: uses handles for a stable working position.

Why use it

Use the Pure Kraft Donkey Calf for calf or shin work through controlled foot movement. Treat the listed adjustments as part of the exercise, not as optional details.

Muscles worked

  • Main load: Calves.
  • Stabilization: trunk muscles help hold position.
  • Should not hurt: joints or lower back. If they do, reduce load and check setup.

How to set up

  1. For the Pure Kraft Donkey Calf, first check its source-listed detail: uses a back pad for torso support.
  2. Place the ball of the foot or the foot on the platform so the ankle can move freely.
  3. Adjust shoulder, thigh, or seat supports for your height.
  4. Choose a range where the feet do not slip.
  5. Start with a load that lets you hold the pause.

How to perform

  1. On the Pure Kraft Donkey Calf, move smoothly through this model's working path.
  2. Pause briefly at the top.
  3. Lower slowly without dropping into the bottom.
  4. Keep knees and feet aligned.

Common mistakes

  • Bouncing reps without a pause.
  • Letting the feet slip on the platform.
  • Using a very short range.
  • Rolling the load onto the edge of the foot.
  • Ignoring this model-specific detail: uses a back pad for torso support.

Technique video

Sources: gym80.de product page for 4380; gym80.de image saved locally; video embedded from the original YouTube source. PDF data: page 68, printed page 66.
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